Trainee Materials Officer - Government

Role Summary

Trainee Materials Officer – Warwick

Duration

• 6 Month Assignment
• APG Workforce is currently seeking a motivated and reliable
• Trainee Materials Officer
• to join a government department based in
• Warwick, QLD

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This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop practical experience in materials testing and road transport infrastructure. Working alongside experienced staff, you will undertake a combination of laboratory and field-based activities involving the sampling and testing of soil, aggregate, concrete, bitumen and asphalt.

As a Trainee Materials Officer, you will receive supervision and on-the-job training while assisting with materials testing, pavement investigations and site sampling activities.

Requirements

Key responsibilities include

• Perform materials testing procedures under supervision and in accordance with departmental standards, specifications, policies and procedures
• Undertake sampling and testing of soil, aggregate, concrete, bitumen and asphalt
• Assist with investigation and research projects using project management principles
• Assist with the analysis of test data, ensuring accurate and timely results
• Operate testing equipment, apparatus and reagents in accordance with documented procedures
• Ensure PPE and other safety equipment is correctly used at all times
• Comply with WH&S requirements, departmental policies, legislation and governance obligations
• Assist experienced staff with pavement investigations and site sampling exercises
• Travel to various locations throughout the region to undertake field work
• Work across both indoor laboratory and outdoor field environments
• Undertake regular physical duties including shovelling, lifting samples and equipment up to 25kg and walking across uneven or adverse terrain
• About You To be considered for this opportunity, you will have:
• Current Class C Driver Licence – mandatory
• Ability to safely undertake manual handling and lift samples/equipment weighing up to 25kg
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Willingness to undertake regional travel and field work
• Ability to work in isolated locations where mobile phone coverage may be limited
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures
• Sound numeracy skills
• Basic computer skills
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Travel & Field Work The position involves travelling with experienced staff to undertake pavement investigations and site sampling exercises at various locations throughout the region.
• At times, you may be required to work in isolated locations with limited or no mobile phone coverage for periods of up to five days
• . Appropriate levels of contact will be maintained between employees and the home base.
• TMR will cover required work-related travel costs, including accommodation, meals and incidentals.
• Physical Requirements This is a hands-on position involving regular and repeated physical activity, including manual handling, lifting up to 25kg, bending, shovelling and extended periods of standing and walking
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• Applicants must be able to safely perform the inherent physical requirements of the position.
• Apply Now If you hold a
• Class C Driver Licence
• , enjoy practical hands-on work and are looking for an opportunity to develop your skills within materials testing and road infrastructure,
• apply today with your current resume.
• $64.76 per hour + super
• Warwick QLD